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A massive three million people have diagnosed diabetes in the UK and it is estimated another 850,000 have the condition, but don’t know it. These figures are increasing every year and are expected to rise to 3.8 million sufferers by 2020.

People with diabetes have too much glucose in their blood because the body cannot use it properly. This is because their pancreas does not produce any insulin or not enough to help the glucose enter the body’s cells and sometimes,the insulin produced does not work properly (known as insulin resistance).

There are two main types of diabetes:-

Type one diabetes

This usually develops early in life and is the most common type of diabetes in children. It occurs when the body is unable to produce insulin and is treated with insulin injections or by using a pump. About 15% of people with diabetes have this strain

Type two diabetes

This is the most widespread form of the condition and usually develops later in life. It can be managed through diet and physical activity alone, or by combining these with tablets. Insulin treatment may be required later in life.

Although diabetes is common, it is still very serious. With proper treatment and medication it can be handled successfully and effectively, but unfortunately, problems can arise with diabetes management and there are a high number of avoidable deaths every year.

There are specific complications associated with diabetes that have a significant impact if not treated promptly or efficiently, including:

Peripheral Neuropathy: Over time, high blood sugar levels can cause damage to the nerves (neuropathy), leaving a loss of sensation. It is estimated that around one in five people with diabetes has diabetic polyneuropathy, which can lead to further complications such as:

Charcot Foot: The motor nerves, responsible for movement, can become damaged and as a result, the muscles in the foot may no longer be able to support the joint properly. Due to a lack of pain perception, minor injuries, such as sprains, go unnoticed and can progress rapidly to the point where the joint becomes dislocated and misaligned, leading to further swelling. Bony overgrowths (osteophytes) can also develop. All this can lead to severe deformity of the foot.

Amputations: People with diabetes are up to 15 times more likely to have a major amputation than those without the condition. You should receive a foot and leg check as part of an annual healthcare review.

Diabetic Retinopathy: This is damage to the retina (the seeing part at the back of the eye) and is a complication that can affect anyone with diabetes. Retinopathy is the most common cause of blindness among people of working age in the UK.

Kidney Failure (Nephropathy): Kidney disease can happen to anyone, but it is much more common in diabetes sufferers and people with high blood pressure. When connected to diabetes, it develops very slowly and is most often seen in those who have had the condition for more than 20 years.

Diabetic Ketoacidosis: When you have consistently high blood glucose levels, the body begins to use stores of fat as an alternative source of energy and this, in turn, produces an acidic by-product known as ketones. Ketones are very harmful and the body will immediately try to excrete them in urine, which may cause nausea, vomiting and dehydration. High levels of glucose and ketones can also lead to a coma.

Cardiovascular Disease (CVD): People with diabetes are five times more likely to develop CVD than those without the condition. Prolonged, poorly controlled blood glucose levels affect the lining of the body's arterial walls and can increase the likelihood that the vessels will fur up, forming a narrowing (atherosclerosis).

Complications arising from poor diabetes management can be very serious. However, at any of the intermediate stages, all the above conditions can be treated and the damage usually limited. The earlier a problem is diagnosed or warning signs appear, the earlier it can be monitored. Diabetes sufferers should receive:

Regular eye checks

Regular kidney function checks

Regular foot checks

Regular blood glucose checks

Regular cholesterol checks

Sometimes a condition is misdiagnosed or simply missed because diabetic complications are not considered. As a result, Taylor&Emmet acts for a number of clients suffering from diabetes related conditions that were not monitored correctly or did not receive effective treatment.

If you are concerned about how your diabetes is managed or monitored, or feel you have suffered from an avoidable complication, our friendly, knowledgeable solicitors are happy to help. We can also provide advice on how to take your matter further if you have suffered complications due to delays in diagnosis or treatment of diabetes.

You can claim compensation for the following if they are a result of your injury:

Pain, suffering and loss of amenity

Medical and nursing care costs

Loss of earnings

The cost of painkillers

Travel expenses

Any costs involved in adapting your home

Please contact our expert team in total confidence and at no obligation. We will do our utmost to help.

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"James Drydale was spot on. I could not fault him. He communicated the issues very well. I would definitely recommend the firm’s service. There were no negatives"

Mrs Anita Fermoyle

“James Drydale was very professional and understanding. He offered very good advice throughout my case and he believed in it from the start. James achieved a great result for me.”

Mr Neil Broadbent

"I couldn’t have asked for, nor expected, more help and understanding in what was one of the most difficult times of my life. I do not believe you could improve the level of service."

Mr D Oldale

"I have been looked after extremely well during what has been a difficult case. Right from the very beginning they have kept me informed and I have felt genuinely cared for by all I have spoken and met with. Nothing has been too much trouble and I have found that there has always been someone on the end of a phone ready to help and advise me. I feel they have worked extremely hard to get a just result. "

Mrs Heidi Wilton-Burr

"Camilla handled my case in an extremely professional and competent way. At the same time she was always very empathetic and understanding and I trusted her judgement at all times."

Mrs Carol Stacey

The ‘extremely well-prepared’ James Drydale leads the ‘thorough and user-friendly’ team at Taylor&Emmet LLP . James Drydale “total professional” and Paul Fouad “thoughtful and imaginative”.

Legal 500 - 2016

“He has been so diligent and easy to contact if we had any queries, He has achieved a marvellous outcome for us, and we are very appreciative of him. We would have no hesitation in recommending him to anyone who is the victim of clinical negligence and unsure of who to contact. He has been fantastic with us..”

Clinical negligence client - 2018

“Extremely thorough and user friendly approach to clients.”

Legal 500 - 2017

The clinical negligence department at Taylor & Emmet LLP handles complex and high-value matters, as well as being one of few firms able to offer legal aid for birth injury cases. Recently made up to equity partner, James Drydale is on the Law Society’s clinical negligence panel and a senior litigator of the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers. Drydale leads the practice, which also includes Paul Fouad, who is regularly instructed on cerebral palsy, delayed diagnosis of cancer and birth injury matters. Camilla Attwood is another key name to note.

Legal 500 - 2018

Camilla Attwood was my solicitor dealing with my hip case. With many twists and turns over the four years Camilla always kept me informed and never gave up on a very difficult case. It was her brilliant work that won us our case, many thanks to Camilla and her team for all their hard work over the last 4 years.”

Keith and Maureen Edwards

I can only compliment you and your team not only on the very professional service that you have provided but to express my deepest gratitude for the empathy, support, patience and understanding that you have shown to me. I have not always been the easiest of clients however, you have always conducted business with nothing but my best interests at heart and I cannot thank you and your colleagues enough.

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HOW LONG DO I HAVE TO MAKE A CLAIM?

In most medical negligence cases, you have three years to make a compensation claim, starting from the date your injury happens (or the date you first became aware that your injury was a result of negligence).

WHAT WILL HAPPEN WHEN I MAKE A CLAIM?

After you’ve contacted us, we’ll set up a free initial consultation to discuss your case and whether you have a legal claim. We’ll discuss what funding options are available to you to pay for your claim, including No Win No Fee agreements*.